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Tips for Applying to Batten

In our latest blog post, hear from Director of Undergraduate Admission Anne Carter Mulligan on what we look for in applicants. The video also includes helpful tips for your application and an insider look into the recommendation form for the BA and Accelerated MPP programs!

Date
November 10, 2021
Time
1 min read

In this latest blog post, hear from Director of Undergraduate Admission Anne Carter Mulligan on what we look for in applicants for our Bachelor of Arts, Minor, and Accelerated MPP programs. The video below also includes helpful tips for your application and an insider look into the recommendation form for the BA and Accelerated MPP programs!

 

Still have questions or would like to receive some feedback on your application materials? Consider signing up for our Application Workshop on November 16th or take advantage of the additional application assistance opportunities available over winter break that will be announced soon.

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